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Homes for adults and children with physical disabilities, acquired brain injuries, and mental health disorders

- ODC contracts with local companies to perform work at their place of business - Provides ODC participants and employees with meaningful work and in some cases, results in a transition from supported employment to competitive employment Examples of community based work are: Mobile Work Crews - Jobs such as yard work, cleaning, etc. Enclave (Small work crew) - ODC contracts with an industry and provides a trainer as needed - Industry provides material and site of work Individual Work Site - ODC contracts to perform work for just one individual - The work is done at the place of business and a trainer from ODC will be provided as needed

Offers the following services: - ABTA CommYOUnity, a nationwide volunteer network - ABTA CommYOUnity Connect, a peer-to-peer mentorship program - Care Consultants are available through CareLine to answer questions - Comprehensive online resources on the website - "Connections" online support group and message board forum - Educational programming, including patient/family conferences, meetings, and "Anytime Learning" webinars - Funding for brain tumor research at institutions throughout the United States and Canada - "MyCaringLink" personalized online caregiver support tool - Monthly e-news and bi-annual headlines newsletter - Nationwide listings of brain tumor support groups on website (click on "Care and Treatment", "Support and Resources", then "Support Groups") - Publications on tumor types and treatments, available in print or for download (Spanish available) - Social networking via Facebook and Twitter - "TrialConnect" clinical trial matching service

Residential and support services for persons who are developmentally disabled or who have conditions similar to a developmental disability, including traumatic brain injury. - Case management services with Hennepin County and Medica - Group homes and apartments in the community with private rooms and ample living space - Individualized care plans for individuals - In-home services and semi-independent living skills services ?

Long-term case management contracts with counties and private individuals to provide coordination of care and services

- Adult day services - Atmosphere that promotes social relationships, self-sufficiency, and opportunity for growth - Community-based group employment under supervision of trained staff; services include case management, training, and advocacy - Assessment: Measures a person's strengths, interests, and work skills - Work Adjustment Training: Develops job skills to assist individuals in career planning specific to individual goals - Job Coaching: One-to-one training on employment skills - Job Development: Develops employment options for community placement, assists with resume preparation, interviewing skills, provides employer services, and matches participant's desires to employer - Supported employment provides training and independent placement of individuals desiring jobs in community settings - Center-based employment provides supervised employment opportunities in light industrial packaging and manual assembly, shrink wrap, skin wrap, and blister packaging - Follow-up Services: Professional job retention support - Life skills classes and social activities - Day Training and Habilitation Program - DT&H - Traumatic Brain Injury Program - Vast majority of participants are transported to and from their homes on ProAct vehicles which include specialized equipment, wheelchair lift buses, commuter vans, and cars - Vocational skill development

Provides case management services for persons who have qualified for waivers. Offers case management for Community Access for Disability Inclusion (CADI), Brain Injury (BI), Developmental Disabilities (DD), Community Alternative Care (CAC) waivers, and Rule 185 case management.? ?Care Coordination helps persons enrolled in Medical Assistance (MA) managed care programs. Helps set health goals, coordinate care, and access services like transportation and referrals for medical, mental, and dental health needs.

- Alzheimer's Association Caregivers Support, evening groups, call (320)290-7863 - Brain Injury Support Group, contact Craig Martinson (320)685-3680 - Deaf and Hard of Hearing Support Group - Friends and Family of Brain Injury Survivors - Memory Loss Support Group for Caregivers and Care Receivers - Support and education - Stroke Support Group

- Adult day services - Atmosphere that promotes social relationships, self-sufficiency, and opportunity for growth - Community-based group employment under supervision of trained staff; services include case management, training, and advocacy - Assessment: Measures a person's strengths, interests, and work skills - Work Adjustment Training: Develops job skills to assist individuals in career planning specific to individual goals - Job Coaching: One-to-one training on employment skills - Job Development: Develops employment options for community placement, assists with resume preparation, interviewing skills, provides employer services, and matches participant's desires to employer - Supported employment provides training and independent placement of individuals desiring jobs in community settings - Center-based employment provides supervised employment opportunities in light industrial packaging and manual assembly, shrink wrap, skin wrap, and blister packaging - Follow-up Services: Professional job retention support - Life skills classes and social activities - Day Training and Habilitation Program - DT&H - Traumatic Brain Injury Program - Vast majority of participants are transported to and from their homes on ProAct vehicles which include specialized equipment, wheelchair lift buses, commuter vans, and cars - Vocational skill development

Provides consultation services for individuals who switch from traditional PCA or CSG services to CFSS, choosing either the agency or budget model of service. Provides guidance through the process of completing the support plan.

- Once ODC trainees and employees are ready for employment, individualized job seeking/job retention skills are taught - The ODC placement staff works closely with each person during the placement process so that exploring job resources, writing resumes, and job interviewing become lifelong skills - Two-week evaluations within private companies can be used - This allows an employer to critique the participant's performance without obligation to hire and provides the individual useful appraisal information - ODC staff provide consultation and follow-up services for those moving into community employment to assure a smooth transition

Various support groups. Call for current list and times. Groups include: - Brain tumor support group - Caregivers support group - Lung cancer group - New Parent Connection - Parkinson's Disease support group - Pregnancy and infant loss support - Reach to Recovery for women recovering from breast surgery - Stroke support group - Way to Wellness for depression and anxiety

Provides services for adults and adolescents ages 14 years or older who have severe seizure disorders. Services are person-centered and help each individual reach their goals. Connecting people to service providers: - Refer people to providers such as neurologists, disability benefits attorneys, in-home nurses, employment coaches, and medical and mental health providers - Walk individuals through the processes of becoming eligible for services such as Medical Assistance (MA) and disability certification Helping people develop independent living skills: - Develop and practice routines for managing medications - Learn and use online disability navigation tools - Practice tasks such as grocery shopping, cooking, and meal planning - Search and apply for housing - Take steps to improve health and wellness - Track seizure information and learn how to communicate that to neurology providers

- Adult day services - Atmosphere that promotes social relationships, self-sufficiency, and opportunity for growth - Community-based group employment under supervision of trained staff; services include case management, training, and advocacy - Assessment: Measures a person's strengths, interests, and work skills - Work Adjustment Training: Develops job skills to assist individuals in career planning specific to individual goals - Job Coaching: One-to-one training on employment skills - Job Development: Develops employment options for community placement, assists with resume preparation, interviewing skills, provides employer services, and matches participant's desires to employer - Supported employment provides training and independent placement of individuals desiring jobs in community settings - Center-based employment provides supervised employment opportunities in light industrial packaging and manual assembly, shrink wrap, skin wrap, and blister packaging - Follow-up Services: Professional job retention support - Life skills classes and social activities - Day Training and Habilitation Program - DT&H - Traumatic Brain Injury Program - Vast majority of participants are transported to and from their homes on ProAct vehicles which include specialized equipment, wheelchair lift buses, commuter vans, and cars - Vocational skill development

Program may last from 2 to 8 weeks and is designed to help an individual in the development of: - Appropriate work skills - Attitudes Behaviors such as: - Punctuality - Regular attendance - Safety - Endurance - Attention span - Appropriate attitudes towards supervision and co-workers - Achievement oriented behaviors - Job seeking skills - Job placement - Quality workmanship - Work ethics

An orderly and organized program lasting (2) two to (4) four weeks using work for the purpose of determining the following employability factors: - Social Development - Grooming and Hygiene - Work Personality - Work Habits - Physical Tolerance - Performance Rate

Offers community-based programs designed to prevent illness and enhance the health and well-being of patients, families, and area residents. Services include: - Baby Cafe Support Group: Support for helping parents achieve their breastfeeding goals - Health Education Presentations: Health professionals (physician, registered nurse, fitness specialist or nutritionist) deliver 1-hour, customized presentations on health topics including cardiovascular health, exercise/fitness, nutrition, and weight management - Stroke Support Group: Support for people who have experienced a stroke, and their caregivers

Residential and support services for persons who are developmentally disabled or who have conditions similar to a developmental disability, including traumatic brain injury. - Case management services with Hennepin County and Medica - Group homes and apartments in the community with private rooms and ample living space - Individualized care plans for individuals - In-home services and semi-independent living skills services ?

Free, two-year telephone support program provides education and connection to supports and services to assist people throughout Minnesota in navigating life after brain injury. Participants receive scheduled calls over two years to help problem-solve issues and identify resources to help them transition back to family life, work, school, and the community while achieving the greatest level of independence possible. Referrals also provided to a statewide network of support groups for persons with brain injury, their families and friends.

- Accessible, affordable housing and supportive living services for adults with a traumatic brain injury and/or mobility impairment. - Residents receive case management support, personal care services, independent living skills training and assistance with cooking and cleaning on a 24 hour basis. - Each resident has a large, private bedroom and access to spacious common areas. Call system to alert professional of resident's needs.

Information about brain injury and related services, including: - Annual professional conference - Bi-Annual Brain Injury Support Conference (BISC) - Community awareness and injury prevention activities - Educational materials - Professional Development - Telephone information and referral - Workshops and trainings

- Adult day services - Atmosphere that promotes social relationships, self-sufficiency, and opportunity for growth - Community-based group employment under supervision of trained staff; services include case management, training, and advocacy - Assessment: Measures a person's strengths, interests, and work skills - Work Adjustment Training: Develops job skills to assist individuals in career planning specific to individual goals - Job Coaching: One-to-one training on employment skills - Job Development: Develops employment options for community placement, assists with resume preparation, interviewing skills, provides employer services, and matches participant's desires to employer - Supported employment provides training and independent placement of individuals desiring jobs in community settings - Center-based employment provides supervised employment opportunities in light industrial packaging and manual assembly, shrink wrap, skin wrap, and blister packaging - Follow-up Services: Professional job retention support - Life skills classes and social activities - Day Training and Habilitation Program - DT&H - Traumatic Brain Injury Program - Vast majority of participants are transported to and from their homes on ProAct vehicles which include specialized equipment, wheelchair lift buses, commuter vans, and cars - Vocational skill development

Provides contracted case management and service coordination

Long-term case management contracts with counties and private individuals to provide coordination of care and services